Governmental Affairs Springs 2025 Intern (swa)
Job Description
Department:
Governmental AffairsOur Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description:
Governmental Affairs Spring 2025 Intern
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Southwest Airlines promises to provide Employees with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. We entrust our Interns to make an impact on their Team in real-time projects, work toward Company initiatives, and achieve our Purpose of connecting People to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel, all while having fun and developing yourself as a future professional.
As an Intern, you can expect to:
Join Southwest as a Spring 2025 Intern, with a 12-week internship lasting from January 28th through April 17th, 2025.
Interns must be based in Washington, DC or surrounding area and be on-site for at least three days per week and may be required to work a flexible schedule.
Dedicate a minimum of 24 hours each week to your internship responsibilities and tasks, up to 40 hours a week. We recommend checking your spring schedule now to ensure availability.
Receive an hourly pay listed below in “Time Commitment and Pay” and receive a one-time, $1,000 stipendJOB IS FROM: nursingjobs.siteVIEW (Paid $500 on first paycheck and $500 at midpoint of internship)
Receive free, unlimited travel privileges for yourself (taxes and fees may apply on international travel).
Travel is rare, such as to our Dallas-based Headquarters, but may be required for this internship including multiple day stays at various event or work locations.
This internship may require Business Professional attire for specific events or work functions.
Interns will receive any required equipment, such as a laptop, for the internship.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.
The intern will work on the Governmental Affairs team, assisting with a variety of Federal, State/Local, and/or international initiatives as well as projects with the Political Action Committee. We anticipate most of the intern’s work to be centered around Federal government affairs, both legislatively and regulatorily, and assisting the Federal Affairs Team based in Washington, D.C.
Duties & Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Intern may include, but are not limited to:
Conducting research about legislative and regulatory issues.
Giving written and verbal presentations on findings.
Preparing briefing materials, including memos and PowerPoint presentations.
Attend meetings with government officials/staff, and record information about those meetings.
Communicate with in-house subject matter experts and outside consultants via personal contact, telephone, and written correspondence.
Assisting with the planning and running of special events.
Writing and updating forms and other documents for use in the field.
Basic Qualifications:
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
You must have a valid U.S. Social Security Number to complete the full hiring process.
Education:
Progress towards degree, major, or minor in Political Science, Business Administration, Communications, or other related degree with an interest in Government and policy is required.
Progress towards a 4-year undergraduate degree preferred
To be eligible, you must be currently enrolled as a full-time student (as defined by your university) at the time of application and during the internship
At least one semester remaining at the time the internship ends is preferred
Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA at the time of application
Experience:
Ability to work independently and the willingness to function as a part of a Team.
Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and complete assignments with tight deadlines.
Oral and written communication skills.
Involvement in campus organizations, clubs, or extracurricular activities preferred.
Previous experience in a government office or corporate office.
Experience in MS Office preferred.
Previous part-time job or internship experience preferred.
Time Commitment and Pay:
Part-Time 24-40hrs a week.
Must maintain a consistent weekly schedule during normal business hours at a max 8hrs per day and no fewer than 24hrs per week.
January 28th – April 17th (12 weeks).
$23 per hour + $1,000 stipend paid in two installments of $500 each.
This Internship is located in Washington, D.C. With possible travel to the Southwest Headquarters building in Dallas, Texas.
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To apply, you must submit your application and a resume for each role online at www.southwest.com/careers.
We are committed to helping individuals with disabilities participate in the workforce and ensuring equal opportunity to apply and compete for jobs. If you need accommodation at any point in the hiring process due to a disability, you may email the Accommodations Team or call 877-792-4792.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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